Recession or no recession, there is never a dearth of people who are willing to go the extra mile when it comes to their passion for the finer things in life, music included. Salk Sound caters to folks like these with its new state of the art speaker known as the HT4. Made from solid bamboo, these gorgeous speaker cabinets are as modern as they get. They are built in two sections with a total height of 42″.

So, you get the HT4 in two versions – with 12″ and 10″ woofer sections (the choice is yours). Each woofer comes with twin opposin passive readiators to cancel out vibrations. So you really have two options, one of getting the 12″ version constructed with solid bamboo with further upgrades that shall cost $17,999 and if you want an MDF upgrade, then you will have to shell out $13,999 along with the cost of the veneer. Now, if you have your eyes set on the 10″ model, then pay $11,999 for the solid bamboo while the MDF finish comes at a cheaper $9,999.

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The recyclability of bamboo is being efficiently utilized. But its utility entering into the consumer electronics segment is commendable. Would you believe if I say that now it’s possible to install a computer with a bamboo coating? Well before you could respond, I suggest you to believe as Michael Dell have unveiled a computer with a bamboo casing. Its creation also integrates gamut of other recyclable materials starting from milk cans to detergent cases.

This form of clever wrapping by Dell assures that the model remains lighter and smaller than existing models. Well, its hi-tech novelty is not limited to its appeal as this Eco Bamboo Computer cuts down the usage of power by almost 70%. This is clear alarm for the other players of this industry to produce something really striking that stands above Dell’s planet friendly range. You can ink a neat deal by shelling out $500-$700.

Via Earth2Tech